Sultan Kudarat State University (SKSU) reaffirmed its unwavering dedication to administrative transparency, efficiency, and good governance by actively participating in the ceremonial signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA). The landmark event, which coincided with the official rollout and cascading of the Philippine Ease of Doing Business Reform Guidebook and the Business Ready Report at regional and local levels, brought together key leaders from select Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the nation.
The SKSU delegation was led by University President Atty. Cyrus E. Torrena, DPA, MNSA, whose attendance streamlined the administration’s proactive stance in embedding systemic reforms within higher education. Alongside President Torrena was a delegation of administrative and quality assurance leaders, including the Dean of the Graduate Studies, Adrian V. Protacio, University ARTA Chairperson, Welard Jay C. Vicera, MST, and Ms. Maria Mae Veroy from the Quality Assurance Office. Together, the delegation represented the university’s multifaceted approach to integrating national regulatory frameworks directly into academic governance, quality management, and daily operations.
The highlight of the activity was the formal MOA signing between ARTA and the participating HEIs. This agreement establishes a structured partnership designed to eliminate unnecessary bureaucratic red tape, streamline university service procedures, and promote efficiency across all transaction points. Beyond the ceremonial signing, delegates engaged in comprehensive sessions on the Philippine Ease of Doing Business Reform Guidebook. The guidebook serves as a strategic manual for public institutions to reengineer their processes, optimize resource allocation, and elevate service delivery standards. Additionally, the presentation of the Business Ready Report provided valuable localized insights into regulatory environments, paving the way for data-driven administrative enhancements at the regional level.
For SKSU, this event marks an important stride toward elevating its institutional operations. By adopting the principles outlined in the ARTA guidebook and capitalizing on the newly forged agreement, the university continues to strengthen its capacity to deliver prompt, accountable, and seamless public service to its students, faculty, and broader community.
